Privacy Policy
Effective Date: December 1, 2024
1. Introduction
Welcome to the website of Kevin de Vries ("we", "our", or "us"). Protecting your personal data is a top priority for us. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG).
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at info at kevin-de-vries.com
2. Controller Information
The data controller responsible for processing your personal data is:
Kevin de Vries
Email: info at kevin-de-vries.com
Location: Germany
3. Data Collection and Use
We collect and process your data only as necessary for the operation of this website and the services we provide.
3.1 Website Hosting
Our website is hosted by Squarespace, which ensures secure data management. Squarespace may collect anonymized analytics data on our behalf, including browser type, operating system, and approximate geographic location.
For more information, you can view Squarespace’s privacy policy here.
3.2 Analytics
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects data such as IP addresses, device type, and browsing behavior. This data is anonymized and cannot identify you personally.
For more information, you can view Google’s privacy policy here.
3.3 Cloud Services
Our customer data and other operational data are stored securely on Google Cloud and managed using Google Sheets. These services comply with GDPR, and your data is stored in servers located in the EU, wherever possible.
3.4 CRM and Contact
We may use your personal data (such as your name and email address) to manage inquiries or service requests via our CRM system.
3.5 Social Media Links
Our website contains links to third-party platforms, including Instagram, Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, Facebook, SoundCloud, and Resident Advisor. Clicking these links may redirect you to third-party websites, which operate under their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for the data processing conducted by these platforms.
3.6 Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance functionality and collect anonymized analytics. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds under Article 6(1) GDPR:
Consent (e.g., when you subscribe to our newsletter).
Contractual necessity (e.g., to fulfill inquiries or service requests).
Legitimate interests (e.g., to improve website performance).
5. Data Retention
We store your data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above or as required by law.
6. Data Sharing and Transfers
Your data may be shared with the following parties:
Squarespace, for website hosting.
Google, for analytics and cloud storage.
We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area (EEA) unless safeguards are in place (e.g., standard contractual clauses approved by the EU).
7. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Right of access: Obtain confirmation of whether your data is processed and access to your data.
Right to rectification: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to erasure: Request deletion of your data, subject to certain conditions.
Right to restrict processing: Limit processing of your data under certain conditions.
Right to data portability: Receive a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
Right to object: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@kevin-de-vries.com.
8. Security Measures
We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
9. Updates to This Policy
We reserve the right to modify this privacy policy to reflect changes in regulations or our practices. Please review this page periodically for updates.